France -The Charente Gourmet Tour in Land of Cognac Cycling Tour 2018 Individual Self-Guided 8 days/7 nights OR 7 days/6 nights OR 6 days/5 nights

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1 France -The Charente Gourmet Tour in Land of Cognac Cycling Tour 2018 Individual Self-Guided 8 days/7 nights OR 7 days/6 nights OR 6 days/5 nights Self-guided biking tour in the land of the "nectar of the gods": Cognac. Cycling, food, water and spirits! A week to enjoy cycling in the Charente, between Cognaçais and Angoumois. Vineyards, the river, villages of white limestone, a deep forest, and hollyhocks... freewheeling! In Cognaçais country, the slopes are gentle, vines weave through the valleys. Farms where the Eaux de vie (Cognac) are distilled happily greet the cyclists. On the Charente River, that draws beautiful meandering and multiplies waters, towns, villages with boatman make you stop and relax. Towards the South, the white cliffs and oaks line the country roads.

2 Itinerary Day 1: Welcome to Cognac Arrival in Cognac and night in the hotel in the center of Cognac. Gourmet dinner Day 2: (or day 7) (optional): Cognac - Richemont - Cognac 25 km Known worldwide for its "nectar of the gods", in Cognac you will discover the mysteries of this magical world through its trading houses, museums and old town. Then the road will lead you to Cherves-Richemont in the hearth of the Borderoes, the Moulin du Prazier and the Church of Saint-Geroges de Richemont. You will have time to relax along the river l Antenne. You can choose to relax and stay in Cognac to visit a Cognac producer like Bache Gabrielsen (not available on weekend and need to book) and the museum of the Cognac art. Day 3: Cognac Jarnac - Angoulême 50 to 60 km Along the valley of the Charente between vineyards and water, go to Cognac, the city that gave birth to François 1st to join Angouleme, the international city of comics. The road will lead you to Saint Brice and Abbey Chatre, the dolmen Guard Sword and Bourg Charente where you can refresh or lunch at the "Bistrot" (One Michelin Star restaurant). Then on to Jarnac, birthplace of Francois Mitterrand, where several sites to visit (museums and birthplace) show the roots of the former President. Throughout this course, you will follow the roads through the vineyards and picturesque village s rich heritage of the past such as in St. Simon, where the story of the boatmen will be told. Throughout this journey, the river, dotted with bridges and locks, will never be far. After Champmillon, in the direction of Trois Palis and its chocolate factory and then Angoulême, a town of art and history. The heart of this town is built on a promontory overlooking the river and valley. Day 4: (Optional): Angoulême - La Rochefoucauld - Angoulême 50 km Leaving Angouleme, head to the sources of Touvre then the forest of Braconne to join La Rochefoucauld and its castle. Nicknamed "the pearl of Angouleme area, this castle was built from a fortress (1026): this is an anthology of seven centuries of architecture and home of the La Rochefoucauld family for over a thousand years. In return, stop at the caves of Queroy to discover the works of nature. Dinner on your own or night in Chateau Sainte Catherine in Montbron with gourmet dinner.

3 Day 5: Angouleme Roullet Saint-Estèphe 30 to 40 km Through forests, plains and along rivers, enjoy the south of Angouleme to discover the villages, washing... churches, legendary places. At Mouthiers sur Boëme, take the time to visit the pulpit to Calvin, the Jardin du Logis de Forge, labeled as Jardin remarquable and simply enjoy the tranquility of the place. Along the Boëme, enjoy the pleasure of riding along the water. Gourmet dinner. Day 6: Roullet St. Estephe Bassac 45 km And you're back in the country of Cognac. Between the vineyards and fields, glens and valleys, discover around the corner on a hill the ruins of the castle Bouteville and visit the viewpoint located on a promontory. Where the weather is fine, we can see, said one, to the sea! Look at the terraces, there were vines once... Make a stop at Domaine Breuil to taste their wines, cognac and Pineau des Charentes from Green agriculture delicious. Gourmet dinner and possibility of cognac tasting here Day 7: Bassac - Cognac 30 to 40 km Once again, cross the Charente to enter the must the cognac vintage: la Grande Champagne". Downhill, Segonzac is the capital of the 1st Cru Cognac that you can taste at the House of Grande Champagne as well as with growers of cognac. Back on the roads of Cognac through vineyards to join Cognac town. Day 8: End Breakfast and transfer to the Train station of Barsac or Langon.

4 Route Technical Characteristics Tour Profile: Medium. From 30 to 60 km daily. Some hilly stages. Total distance: km Dates of departure: Every day from April 1 to October 1, 2018 Not available on the last weekend of August (Festival du Film francophone) and 3rd weekend of September (Circuit des remparts)

5 Prices per person: 6 day tour 7 day tour 8 day tour Double Occupancy Single Supplement Rental Touring Bike Extra Nights Cognac 3* Double Occupancy B&B Accommodation: Charming 2* and 3* hotels throughout the region Included: Nights in charming 2* hotel (Cognac and Angoulême), 3* hotel (Roullet) and Logis de France 3 cheminées (Bassac), Chateau hotel in Montbron (if chosen) Road book 4 gourmet dinners Luggage transfer daily Not Included: Entrance fees for visits and wine tasting (10 euros per person for Cognac tasting in Bassac Accommodation) Drinks Personal expenses

6 Bikes VTC Touring Bike Unisex Includes Locks, repair equipment, saddle bags, helmet, bar bag, bottle holder and on road assistance (large repairs) Assisting people in realizing their touring dreams worldwide is our passion. THIS IS A PARTNER TOUR FOR MORE INFORMATION CONTACT OK Cycle & Adventure Tours Inc. 666 Kirkwood Ave - Suite B102 Ottawa, Ontario Canada K1Z 5X9 Toll Free Local TICO Ontario Registration No: